Tatezoe Counselling

06/03/2026

Being wise and humble favours the submissive. View humility and submission not as weakness, but as a deliberate, wise choice that leads to favor, protection, and ultimate exaltation.
Wisdom and Humility Defined: Humility is characterized as having a sober, realistic view of oneself and acknowledging one's dependence on God. It is described as "strength under control" rather than passive weakness.
The Power of Submission: True submission is interpreted as voluntarily placing oneself under proper authority (especially divine authority) and is considered a sign of spiritual maturity. It is a strategic choice that brings peace, stability, and divine favor.
Favor and Divine Grace: In 1 Peter 5:5 and James 4:6, states that God "resists the proud but gives grace to the humble". This "grace" is seen as the favor that lifts up those who humble themselves.
Wisdom in Humility: Proverbs 22:4 states that "the reward of humility and the fear of the Lord is riches, honor, and life".
The Contrast with Pride: Pride is a dangerous, destructive force that leads to downfall, while humility protects individuals and allows them to connect with others and with God.
Application in Life: Wisdom involves recognizing that one cannot make it through life without surrendering to God's will. This attitude allows a person to be "wise in doing right" while avoiding the pitfalls of arrogance.

In short, wisdom and humility are practical, spiritual tools that lead to a "blessed" life, with submission serving as the outward expression of an inward, humble heart.

28/01/2026

Let's pray 🙏

Let's us pray:

Heavenly Father, we come before You today, grateful for another day to live and serve You. As we start this new day, we pray for Your guidance, wisdom, and strength.

Lord, we ask that You would fill us with Your Holy Spirit, empowering us to make choices that honor You and bless those around us. May Your love and light shine through us, and may we be a source of hope and encouragement to others.

May Your will be done in our lives today, and may we bring glory to Your name.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Here are some Bible verses to inspire our prayer:
- "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." (Philippians 4:13)
- "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." (Proverbs 3:5-6)
- "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." (Romans 15:13)

pope Leo XIV

28/12/2025

Rejection After Apology
Experiencing rejection after an apology highlights a misunderstanding of forgiveness. Forgiveness is often viewed as a transaction rather than a gift.
Biblical Perspective on Forgiveness
The Bible presents forgiveness as a gift from God and an obligation to others. Colossians 3:12-14 emphasizes compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and unconditional forgiveness.
Misconception of Conditional Forgiveness
Many Christians have a skewed view, believing they can set their own terms for forgiveness. Instead of showing grace, conditions are imposed based on perceived worthiness.
Forgiveness Begins with God
Forgiveness originates from God and is a gift from His heart. Ephesians 4:31-32 instructs to rid oneself of bitterness and to be kind and compassionate, forgiving as God forgave.
The High Cost of Unforgiveness
Forgiveness comes at a cost to both God and us. We often accept God's forgiveness but hesitate to extend it to others. Matthew 6:14-15 states that our forgiveness from God is contingent upon our forgiveness of others.
Love and Forgiveness Connection
Struggles with forgiveness often stem from a lack of understanding of God's love. Luke 7:41-47 illustrates that those forgiven much will love much, as shown by the sinful woman's actions.
Understanding and Extending Forgiveness
Unforgiveness indicates a heart that hasn't fully experienced grace. Recognizing our own forgiveness compels us to extend it to others.
The Freedom of Forgiveness
God's forgiveness is available to all who repent, regardless of others' actions. Forgiveness requires sacrificing pride and the desire for justice but leads to freedom from bitterness. Forgiveness is transformative and reflects God's love; it should be chosen based on our own forgiveness, not others' worthiness.

07/12/2025

Psalm 1

29/10/2025

Jesus is the answer 👑

27/10/2025

Ah, Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth with your great power and outstretched arm. To you nothing is impossible. (Jr 32:17)

Our glory is to mirror back in loving praise to the God who made us the beauty we glimpse dimly in all that comes from his hand.

All that exists comes from God; all is by him and for him: To him be glory for ever.

"I Sing the Mighty Power of God" is a well-loved hymn written by Isaac Watts. It praises God's creation, power, and wisdom.By Isaac Watts (1674–1748)I sing t...

27/10/2025

1. Pride and Humility in Prayer:
• Pride prevents us from acknowledging God and leads us to attribute our gifts to ourselves, while humility in prayer brings us into God's presence and helps us recognize our sinfulness.
2. The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector:
• The Pharisee's prideful prayer contrasts with the tax collector's humble plea for mercy, teaching us about the importance of humility and repentance in prayer.
3. The Power of Humility:
• Humility, demonstrated through prayer, helps us conquer the devil's temptations, withstand despair, and seek God's grace for conversion and exaltation.
4. Prayer as a Means of Transformation:
• Engaging in prayer with humility allows us to confront our spiritual weaknesses, challenges our self-assurance, and enables us to partake in the humility and exaltation of Jesus Christ.

24/10/2025

JESUS TOLD HIM

"I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH

AND ΝΟ ΟΝΕ

CAN COME TO THE FATHER EXCEPT

THROUGH ME

JOHN 14:6

20/10/2025

Question to ask before the journey begins - "Are you dead yet?" Only dying to self can propagate success on the journey!

107.9K likes, 2623 comments. “Submission in Marriage”

18/10/2025

What we are doing now is to hear that, "The Lord God has given Me the tongue of a disciple and of one who is taught, that I should know how to speak a word in season to him who is weary…. Isaiah 50:4 (AMPC)
Words are awesome containers for power. God created the earth with His words (Hebrews 11:3). The Holy Spirit changes lives with words. Jesus said that His words are spirit and life ( John 6:63).

The power of words can either be used to lift people up or tear them down—it just depends on how we choose to use that power on a daily basis. People are encouraged or defeated by the words we speak. God’s desire is for us to display His love to people through our encouraging, positive, life-giving words. Speaking the right word to a person at the right time can turn their whole life around.

The same is true in our own lives. When we speak the Word of God over our situation, things begin to change. Words are that powerful.

This is why knowing the Word of God is so important. We can study it, learn it, and then speak it out according to our situations. For instance, if you feel discouraged, don’t say, “I’ll never make it out of this situation.” Instead, say, “Why are you so downcast, O my soul? Put your hope in God” (Psalm 42:5). You will be absolutely amazed at how your life will change when you change the way you talk.

Let's surrender 🙏 Lord, help me speak words of life, hope, and encouragement. Let my mouth declare Your truth so my heart and circumstances align with Your promises.

16/10/2025

Lead, kindly light lead amid all circumstances lead, 👑 King of Glory lead!

Olive Tree Hymns is run by a small team of young Christian volunteer musicians devoted to the worship of God through song. We regularly publish new hymns on ...